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Kenya travel landscape
Electronic travel authorization

Kenya visa requirements for U.S. citizens

Kenya replaced its visa with a mandatory Electronic Travel Authorisation; every U.S. traveler must be approved before boarding.

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Electronic travel authorization

Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)

All visitors to Kenya, including transit passengers leaving the airport.

Government fee
$30
Processing
23 days
Max stay
Up to 90 days.

Passport validity: At least six months beyond arrival.

Passport rules for Kenya

Passport must be valid for at least six months.

Full entry requirements